Akron Children's Hospital is
dedicated to building a diverse workforce – one that reflects our
patient population and represents the communities we serve. Whether
you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a
seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron
Children's Hospital has something different that's
hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter
through the doors. You experience it every day with your
colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once
you're here, you know you're home.
The
successful candidates will join a dedicated team of 6 Pediatric
Ophthalmologists and 6 Optometrists who manage over 23,000
outpatient visits, 1,000 operations, 1,000 NICU and emergency room
consults per year at 8 locations throughout Northeast Ohio. Our
team provides comprehensive, compassionate vision care to children
and adults with strabismus whose needs range from general eye exams
to treatment of the most complex childhood eye diseases and
disorders. In addition, the Vision Center is in a new office that
features state-of-the-art technology and conducts cutting-edge
research.
This opportunity offers :
and Productivity Bonuses
benefits package
Generous vacation and CME time / money
loan repayment strategies
This position is a 501(c)(3) site which
qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal
government.
Requirements include board
eligibility / certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology,
fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and the ability to
obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.
Hospital Overview : Akron
Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With
two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary
and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making
it easier for today's busy families to find the
high-quality care they need. We also partner with other health
systems to bring our neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients
in their community hospitals.
Ranked among
America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek,
Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric
healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. With more than a million
patient visits a year, we've been leading the way to
healthier futures for children through quality patient care,
education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery for
more than 130 years! Children aren't just a segment of our
focus; they are our focus. The services at Akron Children's
Hospital span the entire scope of medical services available today
– from routine and preventative care to emerging technologies in
surgery and patient care.
Akron
Children's Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric
hospital in Northeast Ohio. We are a major teaching affiliate of
Northeast Ohio Medical University. Active involvement in medical
student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast
Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with
experience. Akron Children's is dedicated to
family-centered care and improving the treatment of childhood
illness and injury through research at the Rebecca D. Considine
Clinical Research Institute.
The resources
available to our physicians, the cutting-edge technology, the
collaboration from all departments and the cohesive nature in which
we work allow us to live our mission and truly treat every child as
we would our own.
Community Overview :
It's something you know as soon as you
experience it. Our communities — the Northeast Ohio community — are
deeply ingrained into our work, our volunteerism, and our daily
lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the
communities are a part of us. You'll be proud to tell
people you meet that you work at Akron Children's as their
faces light up and they tell you their own connection to the
Hospital. Working at Akron Children's gives you so many
opportunities to live in, work in and love Northeast Ohio.
Runners, hikers, bikers, and families who like
to explore have plenty of options including the recreation of the
Towpath Trail. The 110-mile towpath trail from Cleveland to below
Canton offers places of tranquility, and hidden views of wildlife.
Sports are a way of life in our region with many private and public
golf course as well as numerous lakes for fishing, boating, and
sailing. Not far from the Pro Football Hall of Fame, we also offer
many sports opportunities for youth as well as adults including
basketball, baseball, soccer, football, swimming, tennis and more.
From major league attractions to small-town
appeal, Northeast Ohio area has something for everyone. The area is
rich in history and cultural diversity, and provides a stimulating
blend of outstanding educational, cultural, and recreational
resources. This four-season community offers outdoor enthusiasts
more than 40,000 acres of parks for year-round enjoyment. Northeast
Ohio has become a premier destination to work, live, play, shop and
dine.
Visit to learn more or apply online or
contact Jane Hensley at jhensley@akronchildrens.org for more
details.
Ophthalmologist • Akron, OH, Summit County, OH; Ohio, United States